Small Group
Cotswolds Walking
Stroll through storybook towns
6 Days, 5 Nights
Maximum Group Size
16
Activity Level:
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Priced per person from
$6,995 USD
Single Supplement: $1,200 USD
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Carbon Neutral Trip
In the Cotswolds, quaint British charm reaches its peak, gardens go lavishly rogue, and you can't help but feel like you've just stepped out of a time machine. Wander storybook lanes from sleepy Snowshill to lofty lookouts, indulge in cozy pub meals and strolls through Roman-influenced Bath, every step feels delightfully out of sync with modern life.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Day 1
From Oxford, we will be driven to the sleepy village of Snowshill. Take a scenic walk through fields and woods, arriving in Broadway village for lunch. Enjoy a leisurely hike to Broadway Tower with panoramic views before settling into a farm-to-table dinner.
Activity:
5 km (3 mi.) walk from Snowshill to Broadway in the morning
5 km (3 mi.) to Broadway Tower in the afternoon
Day 2
Start today's hike at Cleeve Hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds. We'll pass Belas Knap, a neolithic burial monument, on the way to the ancient town of Winchcombe for a pub lunch. This afternoon, explore Sudeley Castle and visit the tomb of King Henry's final wife. Tonight, we’ll dine at a Sunday Times Pub of the Year.
Activity:
8 km (5 mi.) walk in Winchcombe including Cleeve Hill and Belas Knap Long Barrow
Day 3
Follow winding footpaths in Sapperton village, a stronghold of the late Victorian Arts & Crafts Movement. Explore a historic estate and the Golden Valley, then pause at a cozy pub for lunch. Later, we’ll sit down for a wonderful dinner at our country manor hotel.
Activity:
7 or 9 km (4 or 6 mi.) walk in the Golden Valley, a hub of the Arts & Crafts Movement
Day 4
Set out on foot this morning to explore the bucolic Slad Valley countryside, passing iconic locations from the classic novel, Cider with Rosie. Along the way back to Painswick, we’ll visit the Rococo Gardens, a perfectly manicured yet whimsical escape built in the 1740s. Enjoy a leisurely dinner in the village on your own this evening.
Activity:
10 km (6 mi.) walk in Slad Valley with rolling hills and scenes from a classic English novel
Day 5
Bid farewell to the Cotswolds and head to the outskirts of Bath, where we’ll walk into the city over farmer’s fields and the 18th c. Kennet & Avon Canal. Enjoy lunch on your own, then we’ll regroup to visit the Roman Baths from 800 BC with our local expert. Tonight, indulge in a final celebratory evening.
Activity:
9 km (6 mi.) walk from the countryside into Bath city centre via the Avon Canal
Day 6
After a delicious breakfast, you will be driven to the Bath Spa railway station for your onward journey.
Rendezvous
Airport City: London
Trip Start: The Randolph Hotel
Time: 8:30am
Farewell
Airport City: London
Trip End: Bath Spa Railway Station
Time: 10:00am
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Trip Start and Trip End locations upon booking.
Featured stays
The Wild Rabbit
Location: Cotswolds, United Kingdom
The Painswick
Location: Cotswolds, United Kingdom
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
Location: Bath, United Kingdom
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What's included
Accommodation & dining
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Active essentials
Use of two lightweight, telescoping walking sticks and a backpack.
A reusable B&R water bottle.
Detailed GPS routes available via RideWithGPS
Guided services & gratuities
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Transportation & logistics
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Baggage transportation.
Van support where trails permit.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Experience Designer
Good to know
Getting there/home
It’s very easy to connect from London on a 1-hour train ride from Paddington Station.
Air conditioning
In some countryside hotels, there may be limited air-conditioning due to the cooler temperatures of these regions.
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it’s an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
